Talking Dogs on Thursday
by Talking Dogs on Thursday
Talking Dogs on Thursday is the weekly Greyhound Racing podcast from Talking Dogs, the number one spot for all your Irish Greyhound Racing news. Presented by Barry Drake, each episode brings a new story from all things dogs!
Episodes
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EPISODE 253: LAURELS FINALISTS
Barry previews the 2026 BAR 1 Betting Irish Greyhound Laurels Final with the six trainers. Karol Ramsbottom chats about Slick Sanctuary hoping to continue on from a lucky weekend in Kilkenny and carry that luck into this weekend’s Final! Local representative Andy Lynch, who has Sure Exile in the...
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EPISODE 252: BARRY CLANCY & KIERAN BURKE TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake chats to trainer Barry Clancy following Droopys Crispy's brilliant victory in the €10,000 Paddy Merriman Memorial Final at Shelbourne Park. Barry reflects on his journey in greyhound racing, discusses the exciting team currently in his kennel, and looks ahead to Saturday's BAR 1…
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EPISODE 251: GRAHAM BOX
One of luckiest men in Greyhound Racing, Graham Box, joins Barry this week to reflect on another BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby win. Graham and the Jolly Good Company Syndicate are still celebrating their win with Bocko's Gold in Shelbourne Park. Barry chats about the family and their history...
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EPISODE 250: 2026 DERBY FINAL TRAINERS
Our 250th episode of the podcast is a pretty special one as Barry Drake is joined by the 5 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby Final trainers. Laurence Jones (Sleight of Hand), Michael O'Donovan (Bouncing Monarch & Hackney Dancer), Patrick Guilfoyle (Wi Can James), Graham Holland (Bockos Gold) and...
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EPISODE 249: PETER CRONIN & MARK ROBINSON TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry looks ahead to the Quarter Finals of the 2026 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby with two trainers still dreaming of outright Derby glory at Shelbourne Park. Peter Cronin chats about Im Here, reflecting on his impressive TIME Greyhound Nutrition Puppy Derby success and assessing his chances...
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EPISODE 248: DERBY CONTENDERS & MORE ON TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake looks ahead to the BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby 3rd Round with three trainers in the hunt for outright glory at Shelbourne Park. Paul Hennessy discusses the withdrawal of English Greyhound Derby champion Lennies Eddie and previews the chances of Priceless Romeo, Coloursaregreen...
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EPISODE 247: ANDREW YATES TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Andrew Yates is living the Derby dream right now, as he prepares to cheer on Roarin Ogara, his first greyhound, in the opening round of the 2026 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby at Shelbourne Park. Andrew chats to Barry about his journey into greyhound ownership, the passion he has developed…
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EPISODE 246: MIKEY CRONIN & EDDIE KEATING TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake chats to Mikey Cronin following Im Here success in the €25,000 to the winner 2026 TIME Greyhound Nutrition Puppy Derby Final at Shelbourne Park. Mikey discusses the rise of the exciting young greyhound, the impact owner Aidan Comerford has had on the kennel, and why Im Here could...
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EPISODE 245: DEAN HARPUR TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry chats to Dean Harpur following Ballycowen Frank's sensational success in the 2026 TIME Dundalk International Open 550 at Dundalk Stadium. He discusses Ballycowen Frank's journey from promising youngster to elite performer, the role trainer Michael O'Donovan has played in his development…
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EPISODE 244: DONOGH MCLEAN TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake chats to Donogh McLean following Kerryroad Al's brilliant success in the 2026 TIME Club Derby Final at Limerick Greyhound Stadium. Donogh reflects on the family's connection to greyhound racing, the journey through the competition, and what it meant to land the €20,000 first prize…
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EPISODE 243: COLM FITZGERALD & WILLIAM RIGNEY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry chats to young Clare trainer Colm Fitzgerald following a memorable night in Limerick as Tiermana Dream landed the West Limerick Treaty Cup. Colm reflects on recent success, the family effort in the kennels, and looks ahead to Dundalk's Irish Sprint Cup. Barry also catches up with William...
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EPISODE 242: WILLIAM RIGNEY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake chats to William Rigney of Time Greyhound Nutrition ahead of Saturday night’s Semi-Finals of the 2026 Time Club Derby at Limerick Greyhound Stadium. William reflects on another successful renewal of the innovative competition, which gives graded greyhounds and their connections the...
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EPISODE 241: PAUL HENNESSY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
English Greyhound Derby winning trainer Paul Hennessy joins Barry to chat about his big win with Lennies Eddie at Towcester on Saturday night. Paul reflects on another memorable Derby triumph, discussing the performances of both Lennies Eddie and Lennies Tank throughout the competition, and the…
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EPISODE 240: DENIS MURPHY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake chats to Denis Murphy ahead of Friday night’s Callaway Pro Am At Stud Race of Champions Semi-Finals at Kingdom Greyhound Stadium. Denis discusses sponsoring the feature event and the incredible line-up assembled for the competition. Barry and Denis also look ahead to Saturday night’s...
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EPISODE 239: TOM KINANE & PAT MORRISSEY
Barry talks to Tom Kinane, racing manager at Kilkenny Greyhound Stadium. Tom discusses the official opening of the new stand as well as a cafe area for this Friday night along with the racing action. It is sure to be a busy affair with a fundraiser scheduled for the night as well as some special...
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EPISODE 238: PATRICK GUILFOYLE & MARK FANNING TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake looks ahead to the Sporting Press Online Edition Irish Oaks this week with trainer Patrick Guilfoyle. Patrick discusses the chances of Magical On Fire, Magical Mag and Magical Hope ahead of the opening round at Shelbourne Park. Barry also chats to Mark Fanning ahead of Tuesday night’s...
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EPISODE 237: LIAM PEACOCK & OLIVIA MURPHY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Fresh from Bogger Bob’s brilliant victory in the €10,000 Droopys Stud Select Stakes Final at Kilcohan Park, Owner / Trainer Liam Peacock joins Barry Drake this week. Liam reflects on the success, Bogger Bob’s career so far and what could be next for the talented performer. Barry also chats to...
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EPISODE 236: DAVID FRADGLEY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Bouncing Monarch is the type of greyhound that most people can only dream of owning in their lifetime. When 15 year old David Fradgley got involved in greyhound racing back in the 1960s in Yorkshire, he would scarcely have dared to dream it. Fast-forward 60 years and the dream came through. Barry...
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EPISODE 235: TOM O’NEILL TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Fresh from Classic success with Lemon Orla in the Shelbourne Park Bookmakers Easter Cup, trainer Tom O’Neill joins Barry Drake on this week’s Talking Dogs on Thursday episode. Tom reflects on a lifetime in greyhound racing, from growing up around dogs to training top-class performers, and shares...
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EPISODE 234: DAVID O’CONNOR TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
From the family connections in the GAA to a love of greyhound racing, there's a lot of sporting chat to delve into with this week's guest, David O'Connor. While his family are famously known for their hurling achievements, David has been quietly making his mark in greyhound racing, a sport he has...
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EPISODE 233: LIAM DOWLING & DAVID FLANAGAN TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Liam Dowling joins Barry to look ahead to the 2026 Con & Annie Kirby Memorial at Limerick Greyhound Stadium, following Ballymac Deniro’s impressive success in the T. Nolan CVRT Centre Juvenile Classic at Kingdom Greyhound Stadium. Barry also catches up with David Flanagan after Blackstone Cola’s...
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EPISODE 232: PAUL HENNESSY, MORGAN CROWLEY & SHANE RIGNEY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Legendary trainer Paul Hennessy joins Barry after Coloursaregreen’s victory in the 2026 Tote Gold Cup Final at Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium. Barry also catches up with Morgan Crowley ahead of the TIME Irish Cesarewitch Final in Mullingar Greyhound Stadium on Sunday, before speaking with…
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EPISODE 231: HUGHIE KELEGHAN TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry chats to Hughie Keleghan, Chairman of the WGOBA in Galway, as excitement builds ahead of the Kilcolgan Castle Connacht Derby and a packed few weeks of top-class racing at Galway Greyhound Stadium. Hughie discusses the strong sponsorship and the €9,000 winner’s prize, standout runners across...
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EPISODE 230: CAROLINE COLLINS TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Caroline Collins joins Barry Drake on this week’s episode of Talking Dogs on Thursday to shine a light on Curraheen Park and the growing impact of the Curraheen Park Supporters Club. Caroline speaks passionately about the vision behind the supporters' club and their sponsorship of racing locally…
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EPISODE 229: TOM MULLAN & PAT MORRISSEY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry chats to two great guests this week. First up, he's joined by Tom Mullan following a brilliant run of form for the Mullan family kennels. Tom chats about growing up in the greyhound racing and his life in the sport and recent success at Lifford, including Trainer of the Year honours. Barry...
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EPISODE 228: AARON O’HANLON TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Aaron reflects on his journey into greyhound racing, the importance of routine in his day-to-day operation, and the satisfaction gained from rearing, schooling and training his own dogs. The pair also discuss a remarkable year that saw Aaron record 53 winners from just 211 runners, earning him...
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EPISODE 227: DENIS MCGRATH TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Denis McGrath joins Barry Drake on this week’s episode of the podcast after a big Christmas success at Limerick Greyhound Stadium with Foxwood McGowan. Denis chats about how he got involved in greyhounds, setting up near Nenagh, and the satisfaction of breeding and rearing his own dogs. The pair...
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Episode 226: Patrick Guilfoyle Talking Dogs On Thursday With Barry Drake
Trainer Patrick Guilfoyle joins Barry Drake on this New Year’s Day episode of the podcast, following an exciting 2025 for the kennel. Patrick takes us back to the start, getting the greyhound bug at a young age growing up around them and learning a strong work ethic from his parents. These days...
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EPISODE 225: BERKIE BROWNE TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week, Barry Drake is joined by Berkie Browne to talk all things the Eric Browne Memorial Kingdom Derby, ahead of Friday night’s feature final at Kingdom Greyhound Stadium. Berkie reflects on the opening rounds of the competition, standout performances from the semi-finals, and the quality of...
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EPISODE 224: VINCENT MCKENNA TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week, Barry Drake chats with Tipperary trainer Vincent McKenna, fresh from a fantastic Fair Warrior victory at Mullingar Greyhound Stadium. Vincent talks about Gem Friendly’s brilliant unbeaten run through the competition, her progression this year, and future plans as she steps up in trip.…
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EPISODE 223: TIM CLIFFE TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week, Barry Drake chats with young handler and trainer Tim Cliffe, fresh from a brilliant success at the Winter Racing Festival in Shelbourne Park. Tim reflects on a great weekend for rising stars in the sport, including his big 850-yard victory on Saturday night. He shares insights into...
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EPISODE 222: LEE CRAZE TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry Drake catches up with UK owner Lee Craze, the man behind the “Lennies” greyhounds. Lee reflects on a lifetime in racing, from childhood days at White City to working with legendary bookmakers, owning top-class greyhounds, his successful partnership…
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EPISODE 221: COLM FITZGERALD TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week, Barry Drake speaks with one of the sport’s rising young trainers, 22-year-old Colm Fitzgerald from West Clare. Fresh from a big win on Laurels Final night and strong runs across Cork, Galway and Tralee, Colm reflects on a remarkable year. A great insight into a talented young trainer...
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EPISODE 220: LAURELS FINAL PREVIEW TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake looks ahead to Saturday’s Bar One Racing Irish Greyhound Laurels Final at Curraheen Park, chatting with Kieran Burke from the sponsors, along with the finalists Liam Dowling, Patrick Guilfoyle, Michael Wren and Eve Leahy. A brilliant line-up, a packed card and all eyes on one of the...
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EPISODE 219: KIERAN BURKE TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry looks ahead to the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels Semi-Finals with Kieran Burke. They chat through the big storylines: Droopys Patriot’s unbeaten run, Ballymac Setanta’s track-record-equalling fireworks, the Solo And Go buzz and the strong late gains of Magical On Fire. They also reflect on…
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EPISODE 219: KIERAN BURKE TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry looks ahead to the Bar One Racing Irish Laurels Semi-Finals with Kieran Burke. They chat through the big storylines: Droopys Patriot’s unbeaten run, Ballymac Setanta’s track-record-equalling fireworks, the Solo And Go buzz and the strong late gains of Magical On Fire. They also reflect on…
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EPISODE 218: DEAN HARPUR TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKES
This week, Barry catches up with Cork trainer Dean Harpur, fresh from his brilliant success in Limerick's Gammell Car Sales Kennedy Cup with Ballycowen Frank. Dean reflects on the win and the exciting times for his small but talented kennel, which also includes promising youngsters such as...
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EPISODE 217: SHAUN CONWAY & MARK FANNING TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with trainer Shaun Conway, following his recent success with Badly Behaving at On Faya Galway Oaks. He takes us through the journey Badly Behaving has had over the past few months. Shaun also reflects on the young dogs in his kennel and the great...
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EPISODE 216: GRAHAM HOLLAND & DAN BRASSIL TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Two very happy and proud men join Barry this week, our 2025 BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby winning trainer Graham Holland and Dan Brassil, part of the winning owners the Bark Wahlberg Syndicate. Humble as always, Graham reflects on his record-breaking 5th Derby win with Cheap Sandwiches,...
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EPISODE 215: TADHG O'CONNOR TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week, Barry chats with Tadhg O’Connor of the Random Bag Syndicate in Kerry, proud owners of Derby Semi-Finalist Oreo Ollie. Tadhg shares the story of how the syndicate was formed, the excitement of racing with their star greyhound Oreo Ollie, and the role of young trainer Jack Kennelly in...
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EPISODE 214: MARK ROBINSON & CIAN MULROONEY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week, Barry Drake is joined by two guests, Mark Robinson and Cian Mulrooney. First up, Derby-winning trainer Mark Robinson looks back on his roots in the sport, that unforgettable BOYLE Sports Irish Greyhound Derby night with Ballyanne Sim back in 2018, and recent highlights with exciting...
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EPISODE 213: CAROLINE COLLINS
This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with Caroline Collins from the Curraheen Park Supporters Club. They reflect on the club’s success since its launch in 2023, growing membership numbers, raising prizemoney and supporting races of every grade at the Cork venue. Caroline also shares...
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EPISODE 212: KIERAN LYNCH TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with Cork trainer Kieran Lynch. They recall some of Kieran's big stars through the years and chat about the current team and recent success with Shanahee Boomer in the Shelbourne Maiden Derby. With a terrific support crew and enthusiastic owners...
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EPISODE 211 PAUL HENNESSY TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry chats with legendary trainer Paul Hennessy from Kilkenny. Paul is represented by the duo of Hello Diego and Flight Club in this Saturday’s Callaway Pro Am At Stud Irish St. Leger Final in Limerick. They also look forward to the Shelbourne Maiden Derby Final with a high calibre of talent in...
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EPISODE 210 IZZY HARDING & KIM BERGIN TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with Izzy Harding a Young Trainer from Tipperary. Izzy takes us through her journey in greyhound racing getting inspiration from her fathers success in the Munster Puppy Cup Final in 2007 with Little Jerry. They also talk about the next…
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Talking Dogs Episode 209 Brendan Maunsell
In this week’s episode, Barry chats with Brendan Maunsell. Brendan recaps on a brilliant win for Jim By Two in the Centenary Agri Tipperary Cup 2025 Final in Thurles. He also reflects of the opening round of the 2025 Callaway Pro Am at Stud Irish St. Leger from Limerick where In Good Time put in…
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EPISODE 208: ADAM DUNFORD TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
Barry Drake This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry chats with Adam Dunford, a young Trainer from Waterford. He chats about the success of Imokilly Roxanne in the Shelley Fennelly Memorial Final last weekend in Curraheen Park, plus look forward to the new generation of greyhounds coming...
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EPISODE 207: DENIS MURPHY, EMER DUNNE & MARK J.FANNING ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
In this weeks episode, Barry chats with Denis Murphy. Denis shares his passion for the sport and the recent sponsorship of the upcoming prestigious 2025 Callaway Pro Am At Stud Irish St. Leger in Limerick Greyhound Stadium. Barry also chats with Emer Dunne a young greyhound trainer from…
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EPISODE 206: MARK J. FANNING TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
In this weeks episode, Barry chats with Mark J Fanning. Mark shares his journey into the sport, tracing his passion back to his grandparents’ deep-rooted love for the dogs. Now making waves with his insightful race notes in The Sporting Press, Mark talks about the thrill of calling races and the...
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EPISODE 205: ROBERT GLEESON TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE
This week on Talking Dogs on Thursday, Barry Drake chats with top trainer Robert Gleeson as he gears up for a crucial time in the racing calendar, with the Irish Derby on the horizon. Robert reflects on his roots, his current impressive form, and exciting young prospects like Carrick Scholsey, a...
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Talking Dogs on Thursday is the weekly Greyhound Racing podcast from Talking Dogs, the number one spot for all your Irish Greyhound Racing news. Presented by Barry Drake, each episode brings a new story from all things dogs!
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